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What does a Geophysical Datum Technician do?

Measure, record, or evaluate geological data, using sonic, electronic, electrical, seismic, or gravity-measuring instruments to prospect for oil or gas. May collect or evaluate core samples or cuttings.

Jobs Roles

Prepare notes, sketches, geological maps, or cross-sections.

Read and study reports in order to compile information and data for geological and geophysical prospecting.

Interview individuals, and research public databases in order to obtain information.

Assemble, maintain, or distribute information for library or record systems.

Operate or adjust equipment or apparatus used to obtain geological data.

Plan and direct activities of workers who operate equipment to collect data.

Set up or direct set-up of instruments used to collect geological data.

Record readings in order to compile data used in prospecting for oil or gas.

Supervise oil, water, or gas well-drilling activities.

Collect samples or cuttings, using equipment or hand tools.

Create photographic recordings of information, using equipment.

Measure geological characteristics used in prospecting for oil or gas, using measuring instruments.

Evaluate and interpret core samples and cuttings, and other geological data used in prospecting for oil or gas.

Diagnose or repair malfunctioning instruments or equipment, using manufacturers' manuals and hand tools.

Prepare and attach packing instructions to shipping containers.

Develop and design packing materials and handling procedures for shipping of objects.